Oncology Marketing Head

Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Portfolio Management
Develop and execute the product/portfolio strategy, including long-term, mid-term, and 90-day objectives.
Monitor market trends, customer insights, and the competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities.
Drive strategic decisions and business priorities to support sustainable portfolio growth.
Lead strategy development for both core and growth portfolios.

Commercial & Financial Accountability
Own end-to-end portfolio performance and P&L responsibility in Japan.
Deliver topline growth and EBIT objectives while optimizing resource allocation and investment decisions.
Ensure marketing strategies and customer engagement activities are aligned with business objectives.
Identify and prioritize the highest-value business opportunities.

Team Leadership
Lead and inspire a high-performing, cross-functional product team.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Empower team members to contribute fully and provide constructive peer feedback.
Drive agile ways of working focused on customer and business outcomes.

Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain trusted relationships with:
Healthcare professionals and Thought Leaders
Health Authorities and government stakeholders
External partners and industry associations
Global and local cross-functional teams

Marketing Excellence
Design and implement strategic marketing programs and pricing initiatives.
Lead product positioning, brand strategy, customer engagement, and promotional activities.
Partner with sales and medical teams to develop and execute customer-centric strategies.
Ensure effective utilization of digital, print, and other communication channels.

Employee Benefits:
Employment Type: Full time employment
Work Office Location: Tokyo, Japan
Working Model: Hybrid
Salary Range: Up to 22,000,000
Welfare and Benefits: Available. Comprehensive plan will be shared during offer.
Interview Steps: 3

Requirements
Significant pharmaceutical industry commercial experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams.
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
Deep expertise in Oncology and/or the relevant therapeutic area.
Strong understanding of portfolio management and P&L ownership.
Excellent project management and execution skills.
Demonstrated ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
Experience working within complex matrix organizations.
Strong customer focus with a track record of driving business growth.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Fluent in English and Japanese